Upper Tennyson Road is in Newport and in Newport district. NP19 8HR is located in the Beechwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newport East. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Tennyson Road, Newport, NP19 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP19 8NA, NP19 8HQ, NP19 8HU, NP19 8NF, NP19 8ND, NP19 8NB, NP19 8HT, NP19 8HS, NP19 8HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NP19 8HR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 49.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.3% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.9% | 30.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 49.6% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 6.3% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.5% | 42.9% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 35.7% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 9.1% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 7.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 23.2% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 7% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 12.5% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 32.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95% | 92.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 94% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 94% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Tennyson Road was 91.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.6% lower than the Alway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upper Tennyson Road has the 55th lowest crime rate of 113 local areas in Alway and the 224th highest crime rate of 517 local areas in Newport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 Upper Tennyson Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-02-10 | £256,263 |
| 112 Upper Tennyson Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-03-04 | £278,222 |
| 94 Upper Tennyson Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-12-06 | £291,300 |
| 96 Upper Tennyson Road, Newport, Newport Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2019-09-16 | £241,710 |
| 112 Upper Tennyson Road, Newport, Newport Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2018-11-09 | £274,042 |
NP19 8HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eveswell Primary School Chepstow Road , NP19 8GX | - not rated | 339 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Fairoak Avenue , NP19 8FW | - not rated | 710 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Somerton Primary School Hawthorn Fosse , NP19 9AB | - not rated | 927 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Fairfax Road , NP19 0HR | - not rated | 952 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Catch22 Include Wales St Patrick's Rc Church Hall , Cromwell Road NP19 0HS | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taoist Tai Chi Society Of Great Britain | 348 Chepstow Road, Newport | 346 yd | |
| The Cafe At Beechwood | Cafe, Beechwood House | 351 yd | |
| Jewel Lounge | 368 Chepstow Road, Newport | 374 yd | |
| Oriental Garden Chinese Restaurant And Takeaway | 370 Chepstow Road, Newport | 378 yd | |
| Munch Bunch | 268 Chepstow Road, Newport | 405 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Club | The Windsor Club, 154-156 Conway Road | 570 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 18 Crown Street, Newport | 694 yd | |
| Godfrey Morgan | The Godfrey Morgan, 158 Chepstow Road | 766 yd | |
| Out Out Bar & Grill | 129 Chepstow Road, Newport | 779 yd | |
| Maindee Conservative Club | 26 - 28 Fairoak Terrace, Newport | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Ground Floor, 356 Chepstow Road | 356 yd | |
| Mayflower Chinese Takeaway | 258 Chepstow Road, Newport | 425 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 412 Chepstow Road, Newport | 425 yd | |
| Eveswell Tandoori | 256 Chepstow Road, Newport | 427 yd | |
| Vegas Kebab | 430 Chepstow Road, Newport | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis | 194 Christchurch Road, Newport | 796 yd | |
| The Co-operative | Co-Operative, Somerton Park Garage | 1,011 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.